Welcome to Wisconsin Astronomy

Our own state of Wisconsin is home to world-class astronomy and space research institutions, state-of-the-art planetaria, world-reknowned observatories and dozens of amateur astronomy clubs. Want to explore space? Chances are, you can do it from a location very close to home!

Jupiter Rises Late

The giant planet Jupiter, with its famous four Galilean Moons, rises after 10:20pm in the December sky. It will rise earlier and earlier as the weeks progress, rising at 8:20pm by the end of the month.

Looking For A Telescope?

Jeff Setzer has written a First Telescope Buyer's Guide (these are his opinions, not necessarily those of others). Click on the icon to start!